Crime & Safety
St. Louis Mayor Says She is 'Heartbroken" Over The Death Of Officer Tamarris L. Bohannon
Lyda Krewson calls Bohannon's death in the line of duty "a terrible, senseless tragedy."
August 31, 2020
"I am heartbroken over the line of duty death of Officer Tamarris L. Bohannon of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. I've had the privilege of spending some time with his family under these extraordinarily challenging circumstances. They're wonderful people and immensely proud of the way he selflessly served and protected our community with distinction and honor for more than three years.
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This is a horrific reminder of the dangers our brave men and women willingly face everyday to keep us safe. I ask that everyone please continue to keep Officer Bohannon, his loved ones, friends and colleagues, and the entire St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department in your thoughts and prayers.
This is a terrible, senseless tragedy."
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Mayor Lyda Krewson
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